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Follow the Prophets

One powerful quote from each April 2025 general conference talk

By LDS Living Staff

April 05, 2025 01:12 PM MDT

Remember the spirit you felt at general conference with these beautiful quotes.

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Latter-day Saint Life

7 new ‘Come, Follow Me’ study tools you won’t want to be without this year

By LDS Living Staff

January 06, 2025 02:23 PM MST

These resources can help any family dive deeper into the Doctrine and Covenants in 2025.

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Latter-day Saint Life

The most inspiring Latter-day Saint stories in 2024

By LDS Living Staff

January 02, 2025 01:50 PM MST

From a man escaping communism to an inspiring 11-year-old organist, these stories remind us that joy is possible through Christ.

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A mother and a daughter smile together looking at a phone screen.

Latter-day Saint Life

10 of our most-read articles in 2024

By LDS Living Staff

December 29, 2024 06:00 AM MST

Readers loved how a Broadway star explained temple garments to castmates, as well as signs of the Second Coming that fill us with hope.

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Latter-day Saint Life

This short book is the perfect way to bring Christmas to your heart

By LDS Living Staff

November 15, 2024 02:34 PM MST

Let this short, but impactful, book fill your heart with Christ-centered joy.

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18 great Christmas gift ideas for missionaries

By LDS Living Staff

November 01, 2024 07:00 AM MDT

It might seem early, but now is the time to start gathering your missionary’s Christmas package to ensure their gifts are mailed in time.

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Four Promises Made at General Conference

Follow the Prophets

4 direct promises made at general conference

By LDS Living Staff

October 22, 2024 01:51 PM MDT

Did you catch these direct (and powerful) promises made by President Nelson, Elder Andersen, President Eyring, and Elder Stevenson?

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The quiet before the miracle: What we learn from a day of stillness before the Savior’s Crucifixion

By LDS Living Staff

March 31, 2021 12:00 PM MDT

It was a silent day in scripture.

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Latter-day Saint Life

Sister Nelson's 4 ways to focus on the Savior every day

By LDS Living Staff

December 26, 2020 12:04 PM MST

This excerpt originally ran on LDS Living in December 2019.

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Latter-day Saint Life

Angels, False Imprisonment, and the Story Behind "The Spirit of God"

By LDS Living Staff

December 17, 2019 08:02 PM MST

Though the particular date it was written and the events that inspired "The Spirit of God" are unknown, there are many miraculous and incredible stories behind this beloved song and its author, William Wines Phelps, that have lead it to become one of the most recognizable and beloved Latter-day Saint hymns.

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28 times Mr. Rogers taught gospel truths

By LDS Living Staff

November 21, 2019 09:55 AM MST

Fred Rogers was the heart and soul of the groundbreaking children's program Mr. Roger's Neighborhood, an Emmy Award-winning show that includes 912 episodes. Since the 1960s, Mr. Rogers has helped teach generations of children what it means to be kind, loving, and accepting of our neighbors and ourselves. Here are a few quotes from Mr. Rogers that echo meaningful gospel lessons.

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Fun

Latter-day Saint Makes It Onto Finale of "Halloween Baking Championship"

By LDS Living Staff

October 29, 2019 01:00 PM MDT

After winning Cake Wars twice, Latter-day Saint Pete Tidwell knows a thing or two about baking competitions and creating confectionary masterpieces. This year, Tidwell decided to take on a new challenge, swapping his normally beautiful culinary creations for something creepy by competing on Food Network's Halloween Baking Championship.

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The Only Bishop to Share a Stage with Ozzy Osbourne and How He Shares His Faith

By LDS Living Staff

October 28, 2019 09:10 AM MDT

CEO of a multinational billion-dollar corporation by day, rock star by night—it sounds like the plot of a sitcom or Hollywood movie, but for Latter-day Saint Kevin Guest, it's his reality.

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Latter-day Saint Life

Church Mentioned in Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Fallon Video

By LDS Living Staff

October 25, 2019 01:22 PM MDT

The Church got an unexpected mention in a recent Jimmy Kimmel Live video. Jimmy Kimmel announced that he had an important public service announcement to share with his fans before showing a video meant to clarify something important to the TV host.

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Fun

22 GIFs That Show How Latter-day Saint Dating Is Just Like a Jane Austen Novel

By LDS Living Staff

October 19, 2019 08:00 AM MDT

The following article originally ran on LDS Living in November 2017.

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10 Life-Changing Gospel Lessons from "Winnie the Pooh"

By LDS Living Staff

October 11, 2019 10:21 PM MDT

On October 14, 1926, Winnie the Pooh was first published, sparking a world-wide love of this silly old bear that became a childhood icon. In honor of this literary classic that has been inspiring children and adults for nearly a century, here are some touching Winnie-the-Pooh moments that carry profound gospel lessons.

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Latter-day Saint Life

3 Times President Eyring Heard a Heavenly Voice (+ the Powerful Messages)

By LDS Living Staff

October 10, 2019 12:00 PM MDT

From the time he was a little boy, President Henry B. Eyring's life has been guided by powerful moments of personal revelation. About seeing his wife for the first time, President Eyring shared in an address delivered at the Vatican, "I saw in the crowd a young woman. I had never seen her before, but the feeling came over me that she was the best person I had ever seen. That evening she walked into our church meeting in Cambridge. Another thought came to my mind with great power: 'If I could only be with her, I could become every good thing I ever wanted to be.'" That woman was Kathleen Johnson, and that inspiration changed the course of President Eyring's life.

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Latter-day Saint Life

Church Releases New Relief Society Website

By LDS Living Staff

October 09, 2019 11:57 AM MDT

Now sisters can find all the Relief Society resources, messages, and inspiration in one place.

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Latter-day Saint Life

Photos: First Look at Nearly Completed Paris France Temple (Stained Glass, Gardens & More)

By LDS Living Staff

January 14, 2017 03:30 PM MST

With the dedication of the Paris France Temple on May 21, 2017, and the open house beginning on April 22, we are excited for this first temple of the Lord to be dedicated in France.

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7 Simple, Last-Minute Mutual Ideas

By LDS Living Staff

January 13, 2017 10:00 PM MST

Whether your guest speaker backs out or you simply run out of time to plan anything elaborate, if you find yourself fumbling for something fun and productive to do on mutual night, we’ve got you covered with this list of seven last-minute Mutual ideas.

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From the Church

First Presidency Sending 2 Apostles to U.S. Presidential Inauguration

By LDS Living Staff

January 13, 2017 12:45 PM MST

In keeping with tradition, the First Presidency will send two Apostles to attend the presidential inauguration on January 20. Elder D. Todd Christofferson and Elder Gary E. Stevenson will represent The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, continuing "a tradition, going back more than a century, of Mormon leadership supporting and celebrating the process that makes possible the peaceful transfer of power," according to Mormon Newsroom.

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Famous Latter-day Saints

Marie Osmond Shares Surprising Reason She'd Sing at Trump's Inauguration If Asked

By LDS Living Staff

January 12, 2017 01:00 PM MST

As the presidential inauguration on January 20 nears, the list of performers who have turned down invitations to participate in the event continues to grow.

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Famous Latter-day Saints

Jimmer Fredette on Living His Faith in China & His Unexpected Conversation with Yao Ming

By LDS Living Staff

January 11, 2017 04:29 PM MST

Recently, Yao Ming contacted LDS basketball player Jimmer Fredette, who now plays for the Shanghai Sharks, with good news. Fredette broke Yao Ming's record. Averaging 40 points a game, Fredette set a new record for scoring over 30 points for the most consecutive games in the Chinese Basketball Association.

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Famous Latter-day Saints

James the Mormon Gives Perfect Response After People Slam His Girlfriend for "Immodest" Clothing

By LDS Living Staff

January 09, 2017 07:27 PM MST

It all started as a simple Instagram photo. James the Mormon posted a picture of himself and his girlfriend—a beautiful woman who was wearing a black shirt that showed her shoulders.

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